Jack Brown Genius

Jack Brown Genius is a 1996 New Zealand romantic comedy fantasy film directed by Tony Hiles, produced by Peter Jackson and written by both with Jackson's partner Fran Walsh. Actor Tim Balme, who had earlier starred in Jackson's movie Braindead, plays the title role.

Synopsis
The brain of inventor Jack Brown is possessed by the soul of a medieval monk who thinks he knows the secret of how to fly.

Awards
The film won three awards at the 1996 New Zealand Film and Television Awards: It was also nominated for the best Film award at Fantasporto
 * Best Actor (Tim Balme)
 * Best Director (Tony Hiles)
 * Best Film Score (Michelle Scullion)